Retired veterans seminar April 6

BEAUFORT — The Beaufort Naval Hospital and Indigo Pines Retirement will offer a free seminar on aid and attendance benefits from the Veterans Administration to retired wartime veterans.

The seminar will be at 2 p.m. April 6 in the Naval Hospital Auditorium, 1 Pinckney Blvd., Beaufort.

Opening statements will be presented by U.S. Navy Capt. Joan Renee, commanding officer of the Naval Hospital.

The subject of this seminar is a little-known program for veterans and their surviving spouses who require help with daily living activities. The program offers up to $23,000 per year for qualified wartime veterans or their spouses.

The qualifications required for eligibility will be discussed, and guidance can be provided to help with the application process.

To secure a spot at the seminar, call Vonda Jones, retired veterans activity director at 228-6222 or e-mail vonda.jones@usmc.mil